When a “condiment cup” worth $387 is not the worst thing listed in your medical bill, then make sure you haven’t left the hospital before seeing every item in there so it’s easier to get to the ER when you get that heart attack. According to Healthline.com, the average hospital charge for a total knee replacement (TKR) in the United States is around $49,500 while a partial knee replacement (PKR) can cost about 10 to 20 percent less mainly because the operation requires a shorter hospital stay. The final hospital charge also depends on other factors like number of days spent in the hospital, the type of implant and surgical approach, preexisting conditions, length of time spent in the operating room, and any unanticipated care or equipment that may be required.
